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contact

[kon-takt] / ˈkɒn tækt /




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A South Yorkshire Police spokesperson said officers were continuing their investigations in the Holywell Heights area and asked anyone with information which might be useful to contact them.

From BBC Sep. 1, 2026

The review showed that programs with more frequent participant contact tended to produce the most reliable physiological benefits.

From Science Daily Sep. 1, 2026

With his plate discipline and ability to make solid contact, the White Sox told him that a faster swing could help his power jump dramatically.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 1, 2026

If you have legal custody, parent information will be required, though you can contact the colleges to ask for a dependency override.

From MarketWatch Aug. 31, 2026

But when I go to my contact list, only Mom’s new number is there.

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy

Having previously established contacts within the universe of Insta meme-makers, I messaged a few sloppypasta enthusiasts to see whether they might be willing to speak to their use of these captions.

From Slate Aug. 28, 2026

The Kremlin said Wednesday that Ratcliffe had "contacts" with Russia's special services on his visit to Moscow but did not meet President Vladimir Putin.

From Barron's Aug. 26, 2026

At that time, Wiles said her phone had been hacked after an impersonator, or impersonators, used her contacts file to message other top US officials.

From BBC Aug. 17, 2026

It makes the ankle joint stiffer and can improve stability when the foot contacts the ground.

From Science Daily Aug. 16, 2026

“No you’re not! These contacts are not people you’d enjoy having tea with.”

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell

She contacted him last year looking for a gift for her future daughter-in-law.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 31, 2026

When contacted by the BBC, Dukes denied any alteration to its process.

From BBC Aug. 30, 2026

The Israeli military, contacted by AFP for comment on Mohammed's death, said at the time that soldiers opened fire during an altercation while deployed in Al-Rihaya.

From Barron's Aug. 30, 2026

The BBC has contacted the Swedish Migration Agency, which said it was unable to comment on individual cases.

From BBC Aug. 30, 2026

“I thought you contacted me because you know I’m still the leader of the Allegiant, and you want an ally,” Johanna says, bending her neck so a lock of hair falls over her scarred eye.

From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth

An MoD spokesperson told the BBC that it recognises that errors to pension payments "may cause uncertainty", adding that it is contacting veterans and "providing support for anyone who requires it".

From BBC Aug. 27, 2026

"I was just praying, and telling him that, 'just be calm, be careful and just keep contacting us'."

From Barron's Aug. 21, 2026

The Palestinian Embassy in London said it was closely monitoring the incident and contacting British authorities to establish the circumstances and check on the condition of the girl in hospital.

From BBC Aug. 19, 2026

She told shelter officials that she and her family had been scouring the neighborhood, including posting fliers and contacting local dog rescues.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 13, 2026

Harry was sure that, criminal or not, Ron and Hermione would want to help him now, but they were both abroad, and with Hedwig gone, he had no means of contacting them.

From "Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban" by J.K. Rowling




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